Trump lawsuit against CBS: Bill Owens, the legendary executive producer of “60 Minutes,” struggled to contain his emotions during a staff meeting where he announced his forced resignation. According to audio obtained by Oliver Darcy’s “Status” newsletter, Owens fought back tears as he gathered staff at CBS’ Manhattan offices to share the news.
Owens’ Message to Staff
Owens made it clear that his departure was not by choice, but rather because he had become a “problem” to CBS and Paramount. “So an email is going to go out now that says I’m leaving,” he said. “It’s clear that I’ve become the problem. I am the corporation’s problem.” He expressed his hope that his resignation would prompt the corporation to reflect on its relationship with the “60 Minutes” team.
A Call to Action
Owens urged the staff to stay and continue the work they are known for, rather than walking out in protest. “People have asked, should we walk out? No. The opposite,” he said. “I really, really, really believe that this will create a moment where the corporation will have to think about the way we operate, the way we’ve always operated, and allow us to operate like that.”
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A 37-Year Career
Owens’ resignation comes after 37 years at CBS News, with 24 of those years spent at “60 Minutes.” In a memo to staff, Owens explained that he lost the ability to make independent decisions due to the network and parent company Paramount’s battle with a $20 billion lawsuit involving President Donald Trump.
Loss of Independence
Owens wrote, “My 60 Minutes priorities have always been clear. Maybe not smart, but clear. Over the past months, it has also become clear that I would not be allowed to run the show as I have always run it.” He added that he could no longer make decisions based on what was right for “60 Minutes” and its audience.
Pressure from Paramount Chief
Owens’ resignation follows reports that Paramount chief Shari Redstone had been seeking information about upcoming “60 Minutes” stories related to President Donald Trump. This development has raised concerns about the potential influence of corporate leadership on the content of the news program.
Reaction from Staff
The staff meeting was attended by journalistic stalwart Lesley Stahl, while Anderson Cooper called in from Rome, where he was reporting on Pope Francis’ death. The emotional tone of the meeting underscored the impact of Owens’ departure on the “60 Minutes” team and the importance of his legacy as a defender of independent journalism.
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